The Government of India and state governments have many schemes related to education. Education is an important part of life. The aim of these schemes is to help those families who are financially weak and cannot afford their children’s education, or struggle a lot to arrange money for their studies. The Manipur government also has many such schemes for underprivileged families.
In this article, 5 such important schemes are discussed.
Mid-Day Meal Scheme (MDM)
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This scheme is an important scheme of the Manipur government. Under this scheme, children are given free meals. The aim of this scheme is that during study time they can focus on their studies.
Benefits of this Scheme
- Free meals are given in school so that children do not go hungry.
- And can give full attention to studies. An attempt is made to fulfil the nutritional deficiency of children.
- Children also like to come to school. Their attendance is being increased.
Eligibility criteria
- Must be a permanent resident of Manipur.
- Must study in a government school.
Samagra Shiksha Scheme
The main objective of this scheme is to make education reach everyone.
The benefits of this Scheme
- Free books and uniforms are given so that if any family cannot afford, they do not face problems.
- Students can continue their studies. Those who are financially very weak are given 200 per month so that they can buy other necessary educational materials.
- This help is only for girls. In this scheme, a lot of importance is given to digital learning.
Eligibility criteria
- Students must study in a government school.
- No private school student will get this facility.
- From pre-primary to class 12, students of any class are eligible for this scheme.
Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA)
The main objective of this scheme is that no child is deprived of education.
Benefits of this Scheme
- Under this scheme, no fees have to be paid for primary education.
- Families who have financial problems do not have to think about how to educate their children.
Eligibility criteria
- To be eligible for this scheme, the student must be between 6 to 14 years of age.
Girls’ Hostel Scheme
Under this scheme, hostel facilities are arranged for girls.
Benefits of this scheme
- Those whose school is very far from home are provided hostel facilities free or at low cost.
- So that girls do not have to leave their studies due to distance.
- They can continue their education.
Eligibility criteria
- This scheme is only for girls.
- Girls from rural areas are given priority.
CMST Scholarship
This scheme is started by the government for differently abled students.
Benefits of this scheme
- They get assistance from 3000 to 8000.
- But this assistance depends on different classes.
- According to the class they study in, they get help.
Eligibility criteria
- This scheme is for differently abled students.
- Must be a permanent resident of Manipur.
- The benefit of this scheme is available from Class 1 onwards.
The Manipur government continues to support students for education. Special attention is given so that those who are backward do not leave their children’s studies in any way. From free meals to free education and books, many things are provided. Because education is a very important matter, and when everyone gets the opportunity to study, then the development of the whole state becomes possible.
